Moss Bank Way is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 6PR is located in the Astley Bridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton North East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moss Bank Way, Bolton, BL1 6PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 6PW, BL1 6QN, BL1 6PP, BL1 6PG, BL1 6PT, BL1 6QD, BL1 6PS, BL1 6QL, BL1 8QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 6PR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 47.7% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52.3% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.9% | 41.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 37.6% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.3% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 43.9% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 36.5% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 13.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 21.5% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 12.5% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.8% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 32.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 9.9% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 6.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 82.5% | -12.5% | 81.4% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.3% | 91.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 91.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moss Bank Way was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley Bridge average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Moss Bank Way, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2014-10-24 | £401,988 |
| 94 Moss Bank Way, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2007-06-01 | £314,035 |
| 92 Moss Bank Way, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2005-12-16 | £230,444 |
| 94 Moss Bank Way, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £30,386 | 1999-04-30 | £155,447 |
BL1 6PR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 4,314 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School Mitre Street , Astley Bridge BL1 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 248 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge Newnham Street , Astley Bridge BL1 8QA | 4out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Lawn Primary School Holden Avenue , Sharples BL1 7EX | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas C of E Primary School, Halliwell Eskrick Street , BL1 3JB | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Sharples Hall Drive , BL1 7HS | 4out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 282 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade CofE School Bradshaw Brow , Bradshaw BL2 3BP | 4out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 3,212 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 3,423 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | 2out of 4 | 3,829 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Challenge Pru Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | 4out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 1,229 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB | 3out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Crompton Way , BL2 2PE | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bank Cafe | Former HSBC Bank, Hill View Road | 305 yd | |
| Ayaans restaurant | 44-46 Old Road | 319 yd | |
| A & M Sandwiches | 9 Belmont Road | 369 yd | |
| The Pavilion | 538-542 Blackburn Road | 443 yd | |
| G & T Catering | Pineapple Inn, 562 Blackburn Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Bridge Conservative Club | Moss Bank Way | 302 yd | |
| Astley Bridge Cricket Club | Moss Bank Way | 312 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 38 Belmont Road | 393 yd | |
| The Bay Mare | 647-651 Blackburn Road | 429 yd | |
| The Tap | 68-70 Belmont Road | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Killa Carbs | Astley Bridge Cricket Club, Moss Bank Way | 311 yd | |
| Su's Fish and Chips | 66 Belmont Road | 393 yd | |
| Little Italy Cuisine | 526 Blackburn Road | 443 yd | |
| Mexican Villa Ltd | 610 Blackburn Road | 445 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 590-592 Blackburn Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, Moss Bank Way | 366 yd | |
| Lidl | Crompton Way | 511 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Astley Bridge Cricket Club MOSS BANK WAY | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| Thornleigh Salesian College SHARPLES PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 384 yd |
| Barlow Park BARLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| High Lawn Primary And Nursery School HOLDEN AVENUE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Eden Boys School (Bolton) WOLFENDEN STREET | 1,036 yd | |
| Smithills Community Sports Centre SMITHILLS COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE SMITHILLS COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE SMITHILLS DEAN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,067 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.